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  Three Hungry Pigs and the Wolf...

  Charles Santore

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  Best-selling illustrator Charles Santore brings you a delightful twist on the classic Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf. 
  Join Bianca and her piglets in this fun and original take on a beloved story. There’s no huffing and puffing here! These little pigs are banished from their farm once they discover that eating truffles is even better than finding them. But danger arrives when a hungry wolf stops by looking for a meal, and Bianca learns that life in the woods is full of surprises! 
  Charles Santore’s renowned illustrations have been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. Santore is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories such as Snow White, The Night Before Christmas, Peter Rabbit, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Wizard of Oz, and more. 
   

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  Billa and Buster Kindness is a...

  Martha Begley Schade

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  Once caring for Buster becomes too strenuous for them, his family decide to abandon him at the edge of Merlin Woods. Now homeless, he nearly perishes but for the kind Billa who decides to care for him. Together a beautiful friendship develops. When Mrs Joyce, who comes to the woods every day to feed the birds and animals, nearly gets mugged, Billa and Buster rush to her aid. The story is about friendship and how kindness is a circle. Galway Fairytales are a range of books that aim to nurture children's wellbeing through Irish storytelling. These books enable discussions on topics such as bullying, friendships, kindness, teamwork, finding your source of good guidance in life, persevering as a friend, the importance of saying sorry and owning up to wrongdoing, the limits to pranking others, social inclusion, family breakup and coping with anxiety. Each story comes complete with a discussion list and sets of interesting facts about some character or aspect in the story. Billa and Buster is the second book of the Merlin Woods Series and comes complete with a discussion list as well as interesting ideas about badgers. Social-emotional learning through enjoyable Irish stories. "If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales." Albert Einstein

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  Around the World with AA BB and CC

  Allan Turner

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  Embark on an extraordinary adventure with AA, BB, and CC, three curious aliens from a distant planet, sent to explore the wonders of Earth. As shapeshifting beings of pure energy, they traverse all seven continents, visiting captivating places and encountering fascinating creatures 
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  CC, a mischievous free spirit, leads the trio into a series of thrilling and educational misadventures. From narrowly escaping a leopard seal in Antarctica to riding a geyser in Yellowstone, conversing with polar bears, and becoming heroes in Amsterdam, their journey is filled with excitement and surprises. CC’s antics even lead to reports of a woolly mammoth roaming the countryside and someone being ejected from a volcanic eruption!
   
  Throughout their escapades, young readers will discover various branches of science, including geography, climate, zoology, archaeology, paleontology, and volcanology. The aliens’ ability to change form allows them to interact with the colorful and quirky animals they meet, leading to delightful and informative conversations.

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  Blast Off! - How Mary Sherman...

  Suzanne Slade

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  Mary Sherman Morgan grew up loving science, especially chemistry, and was determined to pursue a career that would ignite that passion. But it wasn't easy.  
   
  People thought only men could be scientists. Never giving up or giving in, Mary broke barriers and became America's first female rocket scientist. It was Mary Sherman Morgan who developed the fuel that launched the first US satellite into space. 
   
  Suzanne Slade, an author as well as an engineer who worked on rockets, pays tribute to this little-known innovator by deeply rooting her story in symbols, numbers, and equations. Hers is a story that will blast off into the hearts of budding scientists.

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  Escape From Senti Merries - A...

  Frieze Oswatch

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  In this powerful memoir, Frieze shares his transformative journey from an African ghetto to a completely different neighborhood, offering a beacon of hope for those facing adversity. Through a series of concise, impactful stories, he reveals the pivotal lessons that guided his escape from challenging circumstances. Each narrative concludes with a distilled summary of the key insights Frieze gained during his most challenging moments. 
  This book is a lifeline for individuals struggling to overcome obstacles, providing practical wisdom for those feeling trapped or seeking a path forward. It's especially valuable for parents who want to share their own stories of resilience and triumph with their children, offering an authentic and inspiring account of personal transformation. 
  Frieze's unique storytelling approach—short, powerful narratives with clear takeaways—makes complex life lessons accessible and memorable, turning personal struggle into a roadmap for success.

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  Bibi and Tina A Fake Friend

  Ulf Tiehm

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  While Tina is studying for an exam with Alex, Bibi becomes friends with Connie. What a surprise that she has just come from Hungary and is supposed to say hello to Bibi from Mikosch! He talked so much about the Martins Farm and Bibi that Connie wanted to spend the rest of the holidays here. But why didn't she give Bibi the letter her wrote for her?

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